2006 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 745. (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |